Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Arrows => Topic started by: Robert Pougnier on November 20, 2025, 08:05:23 pm
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I was wondering if anyone has tips on keeping fletching in decent shape. I've found that after 2-300 shots some of the leading edges of my fletches start to wear a bit, mainly the vanes separating slightly from each other. Nothing too serious but I've seen various products on 3 rivers etc... that are for treating fletching (waterproofing mostly, i believe)
Does anyone do anything to their fletching once its on a shaft to increase its longevity?
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Make more arrows and don't shoot each one so much. ;D I have sprayed arrows with "Camp Dry" a silicon spray for camping gear but I really never did much.
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I run fletches through a jet of steam from a kettle on the stove once in a while to plump them up.
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John, I do that also when they need it.
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I do the camp dry thing; not sure if it helps, but it makes me feel like I'm doing something. ;D I also wrap front and rear with silk thread and glue it down with TBIII. A lot of people use sinew but in my experience silk is slicker and doesn't wear out as fast. Your mileage may vary.
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Wow, I just tried the steam trick. Pretty amazing. So much fun to watch the barbules reconnect! Thanks folks!